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A nice live recording by Diana Krall, the great jazz vocalist and pianist whose sultry, sexy voice makes any song she sings a special occasion. Diana is just wonderful as she delivers her standards such as "Let's Fall in Love" and "'S Wonderful" to an enthusiastic audience, backed by an all-star band. The encore of "A Case of You" is perhaps the highlight of the recording, although the studio version of "Just the Way You Are" could have been omitted. No matter, this is a great session that features one of jazz' best talents today.
The recording is fantastic as is her performance. I bought this CD on the recommendation of a friend and also after watching clips of her performance on YouTube. After listening to it, I gotta say it's brilliant. Love her arrangement of Billy Joel's "Just the Way You Are" as well. I have went on to purchase the DVD of this concert as well.
Krall herself is not only a fine singer, but a fine jazz pianist as well. I recently downloaded several songs from this album. Even the production work is very good -- no random crowd sounds which are often heard on live recordings. A truly fabulous collection -- possibly her best. Her voice is in great form, the songs move right along, her band is excellent. I play this music while I work, work out at the gym, walk outdoors, cook dinner. The perfect antidote to a gray winter's day in Chicago.
This album is worth getting even if you already have different versions of the same songs by Ms. As far as I know, this is the only album featuring Ms. Krall. Exceptionally good quality sound for a live album. Krall singing "A Case of You". Her version of that is extraordinary.
I forget where I discovered this amazing performer.but I am so glad I did. It is fun to listen to her own unique interpretation of some old jazzy standards. And her voice reminds me of being in a night club in the 40's (at least from what I can tell from the movies).
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